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Lab Animal Manager Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Vanderbilt Health

Animal Care Technician

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

ACUP - DAC Operations Management Job Summary: Utilizes technical animal husbandry skills with ... lab animals. Learns the variations among laboratory animals and modes of disease control. • ...

Vanderbilt Health

Animal Care Technician

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

ACUP - DAC Operations Management Job Summary: Utilizes technical animal husbandry skills with ... Recognizes and reports clinical abnormalities and/or irregularities in lab animals. Learns the ...

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What does a lab animal manager do?

A Lab Animal Manager oversees the daily operations of animal research facilities, ensuring the well-being and care of laboratory animals. Their responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, coordinating animal care and use protocols, and managing facility budgets. They also ensure that all procedures follow ethical guidelines and may assist with training researchers in proper animal handling techniques. The role is essential to supporting scientific research while maintaining high standards of animal welfare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab animal manager?

To thrive as a Lab Animal Manager, you need expertise in laboratory animal care, facility management, and compliance with regulatory standards, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in animal science or a related field and certifications like AALAS. Familiarity with animal management software, environmental monitoring systems, and health surveillance protocols is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate with researchers. These competencies ensure ethical animal care, regulatory compliance, and efficient facility operation in research environments.

What are the main challenges a lab animal manager faces in ensuring animal welfare while meeting research objectives?

Lab Animal Managers often balance strict regulatory compliance and the ethical treatment of animals with the needs of researchers who require timely and reliable results. Common challenges include maintaining detailed records, ensuring proper care protocols are followed, and training staff on best practices. Additionally, Lab Animal Managers collaborate closely with veterinarians, researchers, and regulatory bodies, which requires strong communication skills and adaptability. Proactively addressing these challenges helps maintain a healthy research environment and supports scientific integrity.

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Research Services Technologist - Part-Time

Memphis, TN • On-site

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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$22 - $38.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

The Research Services Technologist provides timely clinical care and management to a diverse population of lab animal species.
This is a part-time position working 24 hours per week (60% FTE). Due to the nature of research and care, hours may include early morning or late evening shifts. Scheduling flexibility is preferred.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Execute routine tasks/processes within area (e.g., Vet services: assessment of lab animal health cases, emergency health condition triaging; Research services: breeding colony maintenance, sample collection and processing,), with limited guidance.
  • Perform assigned procedures within area (e.g., necropsy, euthanasia; PK/PD projects & surgical procedures) as applicable.
  • Troubleshoot, report, and record any issues with equipment/processes within area.
  • Monitor own delivery for compliance with overall guidelines and SOPs.
  • Inform relevant stakeholders (e.g., researchers, veterinarians) of findings and unusual observations/occurrences in a timely manner.
  • Maintain relevant documentation (e.g., medical records, process logs, files, billing reports) as applicable for own area.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Education and/or Training:
  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • Associate's/Bachelor's degree in Lab Animal Science, Biology, Toxicology, or Agricultural preferred.

Minimum Experience:
  • Minimum requirement: 4+ years of experience in a professional animal care facility (e.g. Animal handling and restraint; animal health monitoring; operation and sanitization/sterilization of equipment; sample collection) with High School Diploma/GED OR 2+ years experience with Associate's degree OR no prior industry experience with Bachelor's degree.
  • Prior experience within area preferred (e.g., animal handling and restraint; animal health monitoring; operation and sanitization/sterilization of equipment; sample collection) preferred/
  • Some experience working with software tools to maintain documentation/records preferred.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only:
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science required within 18 months.

Compensation
In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $22.00 - $38.50 per hour for the role of Research Services Technologist - Part-Time.
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